Raigmore Hospital ward closed after sickness hits patients
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A WARD has been closed at Raigmore Hospital after three patients fell ill with vomiting an diarrhoea.
Tests have shown that norovirus, which causes such symptoms, is present in Ward 2C.
NHS Highland has closed the ward to new admissions, and visitors are being asked to stay away from it.
Dr Jonty Mills, Consultant Microbiologist for NHS Highland, said: “By restricting visiting to the affected area it helps hospital staff protect the health, privacy and dignity of our patients.
“We would also ask that people do not come to the hospital to visit if they have, or live with someone who has, had any vomiting or diarrhoea within the previous 48hrs. By doing this we will be able to limit the spread as much as possible.
“Hospital staff will of course be very happy to talk to visitors on the phone so they can get updates on how their relatives are.”
If someone feels that visiting is essential they should call the ward first by phone before coming to the hospital. People should not visit the ward unless by prior arrangement with the nurse in charge.
